Agontha - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Agontha is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Duwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agontha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agontha is 041275. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.6 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Agontha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Agontha
According to the 2011 Census, Agontha village had a total population of 105 people, including 43 males and 62 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,442 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 77.36%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 105 | 43 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 8 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Agontha
Agontha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Agontha
Agontha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Agontha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Agontha is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agontha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agontha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agontha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agontha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agontha
Where is Agontha located?
Agontha village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agontha?
The Gram Panchayat of Agontha is Duwa.
What is the pincode of Agontha?
The pincode of Agontha is 246429.
What is the population of Agontha?
Agontha had a total population of 105, including 43 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Agontha?
Agontha had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agontha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agontha was 82.61%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 77.36%.